Zones

Zones are small community gatherings which enable people to encounter God and build strong and meaningful relationships in an informal setting.

KIC started as a small family church but over the years has grown to a congregation of approximately 300 people. In order to preserve the small community feel which lies at the roots of the church, KIC has developed Zones.

Zones are organized by geographical locations within Kampala where members of the congregation live. Every six weeks or so, instead of coming to Sunday worship at Heritage, people from each of the 5 geographical locations meet at someone's house to fellowship with one another and get to know each other better. The congregation at Bugolobi does not at the moment break into Zones. They continue to meet as usual as they are still small enough to retain a real sense of community.

Zone meetings provide an opportunity for relationships to grow and accountability within our Christian lives. The informal setting of a garden allows people to relax and enjoy and is less intimidating for those who would like to explore and use the gifts that God has given them for the benefit of the wider church. Through a short but very interactive service everyone is encouraged to participate.

Within the church we are all at different stages in our spiritual growth. The level of knowledge of the gospel and the depth of our faith varies. Meeting in a smaller group encourages biblical discussions in greater depth than there can be in the main church service on a regular Sunday.

A key aspect of the Zone meeting is sharing a meal together. Most zones have ‘pot lucks’ or bring and share meals which is a great way to develop friendships and relationships.